The Portland Trail Blazers left the Moda Center Sunday disappointed that they couldn’t pull out a win over the Oklahoma City Thunder, but they were still pleased with their overall effort against the NBA’s top team. The impressive play of forwards Deni Avdija and Toumani Camara was at the heart of the Blazers’ performance during the 118-108 loss.

The Portland Trail Blazers ’ four-game winning streak came to a screeching halt against the Oklahoma City Thunder Sunday afternoon at the Moda Center. But there’s no shame in losing to the Thunder, even by a score of 118-108.

Avdija put together his best showing of the season Sunday, leading all Portland players in scoring and assists while ending two rebounds shy of the double-digit mark in an all-around showcase. Avdija set new season-high marks in both scoring and assists, recording at least 20 points, eight rebounds and five assists on three occasions.

The Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Portland Trail Blazers 118-108 Sunday evening — in the only NBA game of the day. Oklahoma City has won 15 straight games agai

NBA: The Trail Blazers snapped their 4 game win streak yesterday by losing to Oklahoma City. Deni Avdija led the way with 28 points. Scoot Henderson finished with 25. Portland played the Western

After being moved to a reserve role due to some early-season struggles, Avdija has started 12 consecutive games for the Trail Blazers and appears to be locked into a role with the first unit at the moment.

LOS ANGELES – Oklahoma City star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander poured in 35 points as the Thunder grabbed a bounce-back 118-108 victory in Portland on Jan 26 to push their National Basketball Association-best record to 37-8 but his teammate Isaiah Hartenstein said the Canadian’s defensive skills are underappreciated.

Jan 26, 2025; Portland, Oregon, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) celebrates with guard Alex Caruso (9) during the second half against the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 35 points and Jalen Williams added 24 as the visiting Oklahoma City Thunder beat Portland 118-108 on Sunday to snap the Trail Blazers' NBA season-high four-game

Oklahoma City star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander poured in 35 points as the Thunder grabbed a bounce-back 118-108 victory in Portland to push their NBA-best record to 37-8.

Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant (9) grabs a rebound away from Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac (1) as forward Jabari Walker (34) looks on during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux) AP AP

Avdija recorded his seventh double-double of the season as the Trail Blazers picked up their second win in a row. Portland is just 15-28 on the season, however, leading many to believe they will be sellers at the deadline.